MicroStrategy and STACKIT Launch Sovereign European Cloud for AI-Powered Business Intelligence
In a groundbreaking move to address the growing demand for secure, compliant, and powerful business intelligence solutions, MicroStrategy® Incorporated (Nasdaq: MSTR), a leader in AI-powered analytics, has announced the launch of the MicroStrategy Sovereign European Cloud. Developed in partnership with STACKIT, the cloud and co-location provider for Schwarz Digits, this new offering empowers highly regulated European businesses to leverage the full capabilities of MicroStrategy’s cloud-native AI/BI solution, MicroStrategy ONE®, while ensuring compliance with stringent local data sovereignty requirements.
A Secure Framework for Data-Driven Decision-Making
The MicroStrategy Sovereign European Cloud is designed to meet the unique needs of European organizations operating in industries such as government, healthcare, and financial services. These sectors often face strict regulatory frameworks, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), which mandate that customer data remain within the European Union. STACKIT, renowned for its commitment to security and compliance, provides the infrastructure backbone for this solution, ensuring that all operations, technical processes, and data processing are conducted exclusively within the EU—specifically in Germany and Austria.
STACKIT’s robust infrastructure adheres to the highest levels of EU security standards and holds an impressive array of international certifications, including:
- ISO 27001: Information security management.
- C5: German Cloud Computing Compliance Controls Catalog.
- ISAE 3000 (SOC 2): Assurance on controls at a service organization.
- ISAE 3402: Assurance on controls relevant to financial reporting.
These certifications ensure that customer data is protected under the most rigorous global standards, making the MicroStrategy Sovereign European Cloud an ideal choice for organizations prioritizing data privacy and security.
Unlocking the Power of AI with MicroStrategy ONE
At the heart of this partnership is MicroStrategy ONE, MicroStrategy’s cutting-edge AI/BI platform. By deploying MicroStrategy ONE on STACKIT’s secure infrastructure, customers can harness the power of advanced analytics and artificial intelligence to drive data-driven decision-making across their organizations.
One of the standout features of MicroStrategy ONE is its Auto™ AI bot, a first-to-market solution that allows end-users to access business intelligence (BI) insights directly from any application using natural language. This innovation democratizes access to data, enabling users of all technical backgrounds to derive actionable insights without needing specialized training.
Additionally, STACKIT customers can take advantage of MicroStrategy ONE’s comprehensive suite of analytics tools, seamlessly integrated with AI-driven workflows. These tools empower businesses to rapidly create and deploy secure AI applications at scale, unlocking new opportunities for growth and innovation.
A Strategic Partnership for European Innovation
The collaboration between MicroStrategy and STACKIT represents a significant step forward in delivering innovative, compliant solutions tailored to the European market.
“MicroStrategy ONE on STACKIT secures data sovereignty by providing a protected framework for customer data, which also enables our joint European customers to future-proof their investment in MicroStrategy,” said Bernie Wagner, CEO at STACKIT. “When it comes to analyzing data, the companies of Schwarz Group have been using MicroStrategy for years. The partnership between STACKIT and MicroStrategy is exactly the kind of innovation we were looking for as a next step.”
This partnership is further bolstered by the economic stability provided by the Schwarz Group, one of the world’s largest retailers and STACKIT’s parent company. This stability ensures that customers investing in the MicroStrategy Sovereign European Cloud can do so with confidence, knowing their solutions are backed by a trusted and resilient ecosystem.
Future-Proofing Investments in AI and BI
Both MicroStrategy and STACKIT share a vision of independence and economic stability, reflected not only in this partnership but also in their broader corporate strategies. For European businesses, the MicroStrategy Sovereign European Cloud offers a future-proof solution that combines the latest advancements in AI and BI with uncompromising security and compliance.
“Both STACKIT and MicroStrategy share a vision for independence and economic stability, reflected both in this partnership and in our corporate strategy,” said Phong Le, CEO of MicroStrategy. “European MicroStrategy customers can use the MicroStrategy Sovereign European Cloud confident that their data is secure, compliant, and providing value to the business through the insights we provide.”
Key Benefits for European Customers
The launch of the MicroStrategy Sovereign European Cloud delivers several key benefits for businesses:
- Data Sovereignty: Customer data remains within the EU, ensuring compliance with GDPR and other local regulations.
- Advanced Security: STACKIT’s state-of-the-art infrastructure and certifications provide unparalleled protection for sensitive data.
- AI-Driven Insights: MicroStrategy ONE’s AI capabilities enable organizations to unlock deeper insights and drive smarter decisions.
- Scalability and Flexibility: Businesses can rapidly deploy AI applications and scale their analytics efforts as needed.
- Economic Stability: Backed by the Schwarz Group, the solution ensures long-term reliability and support.
Empowering Regulated Industries
For highly regulated industries like government, healthcare, and financial services, the ability to analyze data securely and efficiently is critical. The MicroStrategy Sovereign European Cloud addresses these challenges head-on, providing a platform that not only meets regulatory requirements but also enhances operational efficiency and strategic decision-making.
About MicroStrategy Incorporated
MicroStrategy (Nasdaq: MSTR) is the world’s first and largest Bitcoin Treasury Company, and the largest independent, publicly traded business intelligence company. We provide cloud-native, AI-powered enterprise analytics software to thousands of global customers, and leverage 35 years of software expertise to explore innovation in Bitcoin applications. We believe the combination of our operating structure, Bitcoin strategy, and focus on technology innovation provides a unique opportunity for value creation.
MicroStrategy, MicroStrategy AI, MicroStrategy Auto, and MicroStrategy ONE are either trademarks or registered trademarks of MicroStrategy Incorporated in the United States and certain other countries. Other product and company names mentioned herein may be the trademarks of their respective owners.
About STACKIT
The cloud and co-location provider STACKIT is part of Schwarz Group. External partners and customers in the DACH region can also rely on the cloud services that Schwarz Group companies have been benefiting from for years when it comes to digital transformation. With data sovereignty that goes far beyond the market standard and individual approaches to the implementation and operation of cloud solutions, STACKIT provides holistic support for digitalization projects. Headquartered in Neckarsulm, the team is paving the way for an independent Europe – digital, leading. STACKIT belongs to the IT and digital division of Schwarz Group, Schwarz Digits. www.stackit.de
About Schwarz Digits
Schwarz Digits is the IT and digital division of Schwarz Group. It offers compelling digital products and services that meet Germany’s high data protection standards. Schwarz Digits thus guarantees the greatest possible digital sovereignty. With this claim, Schwarz Digits provides the IT infrastructure and solutions for the extensive ecosystem of the companies of the Schwarz Group and develops it further for the future. Schwarz Digits creates optimal conditions for the development of trend-setting innovations for end customers, companies and public sector organizations. Schwarz Digits includes 7,500 employees of the brands Schwarz IT, Schwarz Digital, STACKIT, XM Cyber, Lidl e-commerce, Kaufland e-commerce, Schwarz Media and mmmake.
